Danyal Saraf

Experience

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  ASH Education

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2023

  Founder

  • Founded and led an educational technology startup from concept to launch, scaling operations to include 50+ educators and enrolling 300 students within the first year • Engineered personalized learning paths for each student by integrating assessment data and periodic feedback, driving consistently high engagement levels and achieving a 95% retention rate

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  Desert Horizon Capital

  Feb 2024 - May 2024

  Private Equity Analyst

  • Sourced 50 deals per week across diverse industries, including Healthcare, SaaS, and Financial Services, by engaging with business owners• Conducted in-depth analysis of companies using financial metrics such as EBITDA and future growth potential to evaluate financial health and investment viability

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  CouBon

  Jun 2024 - Dec 2024

  • Collaborated with the CEO to test and implement innovative business models, resulting in a 5% increase in revenue and a 40% reduction in operational costs by optimizing pricing strategies and partnership structures • Developed financial models and pitch decks tailored to venture capital audiences, effectively showcasing the company’s growth potential, financial health, and strategic vision

  • Director of Business Development

    Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

  • Financial Analyst

    Jun 2024 - Sept 2024
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  University of Toronto Consulting Association

  Jul 2024 - now

  • Managing client relationships, including defining project scopes, and maintaining regular communication to ensure alignment with client expectations and project deliverables• Conducted interviews and participated in the hiring process for team leads and associate consultants, assessing candidates’ skills and cultural fit to build high-performing teams for client engagements• Leading two consulting projects, including a go-to-market strategy and a revenue enhancement strategy focused on identifying new growth opportunities. Overseeing end-to-end execution by driving client engagement, fostering team collaboration, and delivering timely, actionable recommendations for strategic growth Show less

  • Director - Consulting Group

    Apr 2025 - now

  • Engagement Manager (Pro Bono Consulting)

    Jul 2024 - Apr 2025
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  McKesson Canada

  May 2025 - now

  Corporate Strategy and Business Development Intern